NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 93242

CA · Population: 2,683

C
44/100
37
D
Safety
50
C+
Affordability
59
C+
Quality of Life
32
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 93242

Zip code 93242 is located in California and is home to approximately 2,683 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

The median household income here is $56,641, with home values near $510,100 and rents around $1,083/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 11.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 10.2% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$56,641
Home Value
$510,100
Rent
$1,083/mo
Median Age
31
College Educated
11.8%
Unemployment
10.2%
Owner-Occupied
61%
Rent Burden
22.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety37DLower crime = higher score
Affordability50C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life59C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy32DLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).